New Bern Board of Aldermen Meeting June 9, 2026

The City of New Bern Board of Aldermen held a meeting on June 9, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions included the approval of zoning ordinances for commercial development parcels, adoption of a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) 2026 annual action plan with a budget of $240,314 for projects such as street improvements and utility assistance, and authorization of an installment purchase contract not exceeding $5 million for FY2026 vehicle and equipment financing with Truist Bank. The board also approved designating Truist Bank as an official depository to facilitate financing transactions. Additionally, the board considered and approved a resolution to submit an NCDEQ Power Up Grant application for up to $2 million to support electric utility capital projects, which would offset portions of the city's five-year capital plan. Other policy updates included adopting a subaward monitoring policy for grant funds and revising the capital assets policy to address accounting standards. Public safety and infrastructure improvements, such as additional street lighting and amendments to electric service rates, were also discussed and approved. The meeting concluded with a closed session to discuss potential real property acquisition. Several public comments addressed governance and community concerns but did not directly impact procurement decisions.